Richard Joseph Pane Sr.

1963 - 2014

Pane, Richard Joseph Sr. WATERVLIET Richard Joseph Pane Sr., 51, of Watervliet, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at St. Mary's Hospital, in Troy. Born in Lyons, N.Y. on February 8, 1963, he was the son of Joseph A. and Lucille (DiRenzo) Pane of Rotterdam. He was a graduate of Mohonasen High School class of 1981 and then received his bachelor's degree from Plattsburgh State. He was a sales representative with Michaud Distributors and Polar Beverage in Albany for many years. Rich was an avid fan of the New York Rangers, Miami Dolphins and New York Yankees. He enjoyed many summers at the Saratoga Flat Track and loved the game of three-card poker. He especially enjoyed his guitar, singing and writing music. Survivors in addition to his parents include his loving Fiance, Helen Caufield Budka of Watervliet and his cherished children, Kelly Pane of Boston, Mass., Stephanie (Steven) Pane and Richard J. Pane Jr., all of Schenectady, as well as several aunts, uncles, many cousins and his faithful canine companions Cooper and Cosmo. Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Sunday, March 16, 2014 from 3-6 p.m. at the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home, 149 Old Loudon Road, Latham. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, March 17, 2014 at 9 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Church, 2777 Albany Street, Schenectady. Fr. Peter Pagones will officiate. Interment will take place in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Watervliet. Contributions to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY 12110 or to St. Paul the Apostle Capital Campaign, 2777 Albany St., Schenectady, NY 12304. For directions, information or to light a memory candle for the family please visit dufresneandcavanaugh.com